A fire in Bukavu, in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, kills at least 24 students at two schools, according to a rebel administration that controls the city. Several outlets report the death toll as at least 24, with one stating a higher figure.
Globe and Mail reports the blaze starts at a house before spreading to two adjoining schools. Sky News says at least 26 students die and that dozens are injured, while other reports focus on the confirmed fatalities. Several outlets describe the fire as sweeping through school buildings and other structures in the area, but specific details on injuries, cause, and official investigations are not consistent across the reports.
Overall, the coverage agrees on the location, that two schools are affected, and that the deaths involve schoolchildren. Differences mainly relate to the exact number of students killed and the extent of reported injuries and damage.
